Soonsa - Nainwa, Bundi
Soonsa is a village situated in the Nainwa tehsil of Bundi district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nainwa and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Bundi. Kethooda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Soonsa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soonsa is 093947. The village covers a total geographical area of 845.4 hectares and falls under the 323616 pincode. Nainwa is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Soonsa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Keshoraipatan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kota Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Soonsa
According to the 2011 Census, Soonsa village had a total population of 1,461 people, including 749 males and 712 females, living in 281 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.33%, with male literacy at 75.68% and female literacy at 39.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 480.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,461 | 749 | 712 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 177 | 83 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 480 | 238 | 242 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 749 | 504 | 245 |
| Illiterate Population | 712 | 245 | 467 |
Nearby Villages of Soonsa
Soonsa is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Shreepura | North-East | 1.80 km |
| Kushalipura | South-East | 2.78 km |
| Rasoolpura | East | 3.09 km |
| Sagatpura | South-West | 3.10 km |
| Kethooda | South | 3.34 km |
| Subhnpura | North-East | 3.38 km |
| Rahmanpura | North-East | 3.48 km |
| Batawati | West | 3.52 km |
| Hanotiya | East | 3.54 km |
| Rohit | North-West | 4.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Soonsa
Soonsa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Indargarh, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nainwa to Soonsa is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bundi to Soonsa is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Soonsa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soonsa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Soonsa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soonsa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Soonsa
Where is Soonsa located?
Soonsa village is located in Nainwa Tehsil, Bundi district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Soonsa?
The Gram Panchayat of Soonsa is Kethooda.
What is the pincode of Soonsa?
The pincode of Soonsa is 323616.
What is the population of Soonsa?
Soonsa had a total population of 1,461, including 749 males and 712 females.
How many households are there in Soonsa?
Soonsa had 281 households.
What is the literacy rate in Soonsa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soonsa was 58.33%. Male literacy was 75.68% and female literacy was 39.64%.